phenom44

Hey guys...I'm saving files and getting ready to do a clean reinstall as I type this. My start up wouldn't work, which seemed to happen after using Kaspersky at any rate, I finally went in to my Wn 7 disc and got access via command prompt. before this I tried everything, and during this is turned out that I also had what is called the Google redirect virus. After looking this up, I realized that my COH issues where likely due to this virus, despite clearing most of the other one. Good Times....

Anyway, Im posting this to see what file I need to save to be certain my toons are intact, or after reinstalling with the disc, does COH server already have this ready for recovery/access.

let me know...thanks for everything

Thanks for taking a gander guys. As of this morning, my virus from almost two weeks ago was back. So, the person stating that there's still a virus lurking around in there was correct. I already have Malwarebytes (several months now), however, my webrooter expired a week ago. (ah-ha). I'm currently scanning with a Kaspersky trial now, that I used to remove the virus. I do plan on running them a couple of times (usually do), I will also do a sweep with Superantispyware.

In terms of the MB chips, no I did not uninstall, but once I'm done with all of this clean up work I will start taking a look at my device manager and see what's going on . I noticed for my sound that my Creative SB and AMD were both listed. To be honest, my issues truly seem to have started when I began trying to update my Gcard. Yeah, and there are a couple of security updates Windows Update can't install...Lot's of fun ahead.

I was thinking about an external HD as well and reinstalling everything (oh boy...as fred flintstone would say). Trying not to do that though. I will follow up, but in the meantime keep me up to speed with trouble shooting tips.

Thats my Recovery. There are several file folders in there, most of which show last modified back in 7/2008.

The File Folders are:
$Recycle.Bin (Empty)
Boot (empty)
hp (modified date 2/2012)
PC Doctor 5 for Win PE-Modified date (contains files last modified 2006)
Preload (contains files last modified 2007)
Recovery
Sources (contains file boot.wim modified in 2007)
TEMP

I also tried uninstalling all ATI drivers/Catalyst, used Driver Sweeper and installed driver 12.1. Logged onto the game and all is running well with Ultra Mode on. Websites are also downloading properly and quickly. May be good to go, but I would definitely like to know what can be done with the above folders to free up space?

Thanks

WOW!!...My apologies, but my card is a Sapphire 5570, not a 5750. Sorry about that. geesh

Logfile of Trend Micro HijackThis v2.0.4
Scan saved at 10:15:13 AM, on 2/16/2012
Platform: Windows 7 SP1 (WinNT 6.00.3505)
MSIE: Internet Explorer v9.00 (9.00.8112.16421)
Boot mode: Safe mode with network support

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C:\Windows\system32\ctfmon.exe
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C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\iexplore.exe
C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\iexplore.exe
C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\iexplore.exe
C:\Windows\system32\notepad.exe
C:\Users\Greg\Downloads\HijackThis.exe

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Hello,

For the past two weeks, I've been troubleshooting my system as a result of updating the drivers for my Sapphire HD 5750 1 gb ddr3 card. Now, also two weeks ago, my system managed to get a virus that I removed. The virus has been long since resolved, but my gcard is choppy/delayed framing during gameplay, and certain internet sites lock up. Today, I clicked on Explorer and the internet wouldn't open. In Safe Mode w/Ntwking my system seems to be running flawlessly (so far...during virus, that was an issue), but also the gcard isn't fully functioning due to my background/toolbar color settings are default. Toolbar White, and no background image.

I've tried installing the following drivers with the same results 12.1,11.3, 11.9, and another I simply can't recall. I was going to try the additional drivers suggested via the AMD/ATI link, but figured it was time to get some assitance.
Please note that when I first installed this card (summer 2011), I was able to play in Ultra Mode with no probs and seemlessly. Yesterday, I tinkered with the settings, so a small portion of what's listed below is not my typical setting, but pretty close. Now, the above happens (choppy play) including when I switch out of ultra mode.

Below is my COH helper info...And yes, I see I need to reinstall my SoundBlaster drivers.

I will then post my hijack this info following this.

Thanks in advance for any and all assistance
PHE

---System information gathered by CoH Helper version 0.2.0.2---

DxDiag gathered at February 16, 2012 10:11 (-05:00)
Operating System: Windows 7 Ultimate 32-bit (6.1, Build 7601) Service Pack 1 (7601.win7sp1_gdr.111025-1505)
System Manufacturer: HP-Pavilion
System Model: RX887AA-ABA a6030n
BIOS: Phoenix - AwardBIOS v6.00PG
Central Processor: AMD Athlon(tm) 64 X2 Dual Core Processor 4800+ (2 CPUs), ~2.5GHz
Memory: 2048MB
.Net Memory Report: 822MB out of 2046MB available
Page File: 2884MB (1208MB currently in use)
C Drive: () 174234MB out of 297994MB (58%) free
D Drive: () 897MB out of 7248MB (12%) free
E Drive: (HL-DT-ST DVDRRW GSA-H20L ATA Device) zero-size drive
Windows directory location: C:\Windows
DirectX: DirectX 11
DirectX Diag version: 6.01.7601.17514 (32-bit version)

Display Notes: No problems found.
Sound Notes: This computer cannot play audio because the Windows Audio service is not enabled. Use the Sounds and Devices Properties control panel to enable audio. No sound card was found. If one is expected, you should install a sound driver provided by the hardware manufacturer.
Input Notes: No problems found.

Monitor:
Monitor's Max Resolution: (blank)
Video Device Name:
Manufacturer / Chip: /
Video Memory: n/a
Driver Version:
Driver Date: 1/1/0001 12:00:00 AM
Driver Language:

Sound Device Description:
Driver File:
Driver Version:
Driver Date: 1/1/0001 12:00:00 AM


WMI Information
Motherboard Manufacturer: ECS
Motherboard Model: (empty)
Motherboard Product: Nettle
Motherboard Version: 1.0
BIOS Manufacturer: Phoenix Technologies, LTD
BIOS Name: Phoenix - AwardBIOS v6.00PG
BIOS Version: HPQOEM - 42302e31
BIOS Release: 20080610000000.000000+000


Registry Information for Current User
Resolution: 1776x1000
3D Resolution: 1776x1000 (Not using renderscale)
Full Screen: Yes
Maximized: No
Screen Position: 0, 0
Refresh Rate: 0Hz
Vertical Sync Enabled: Yes


Physics Quality: Medium
Maximum Particles: 50000
Max Particle Fill? 10.000
Physics Card Enabled: No


Anti-aliasing: 2x
Anisotropic Filtering: 4x
Texture LOD Bias: Smooth
Water Effects: Low quality
Bloom: 1.000 (turned on)
Depth of Field Enabled: Yes
Desaturation Effects (Sepia) Enabled: Yes
Shader Detail: High


World Texture Level: Very High
Character Texture Level: High
World Detail Level (Vis_Scale): 1.000
Entity Detail Level: 1.000
Shadows Enabled: Yes
Shadow Mode: Stencil shadows
Shadow Map Shader: Unknown (0)
Environmental Reflections: Low quality
Advanced Occlusion Settings: Yes
Ambient Occlusion: Off
Occlusion Strength: Slight
Blur: Bilateral
Ambient Resolution: Performance


Gamma Correction: 1.000
Geometry Buffers (VBOs) Enabled: Yes
Suppression of FX When Camera Close Enabled: No
Close Suppression Range: 3.000
Show Advertisements: Yes

Audio Mode: Compatiblity
3D Audio: No
FX Sound Volume: 0.041
Music Sound Volume: 0.000

Show Advanced Graphics Options: Yes
Overall Graphics Quality: 0.500
Reverse Mouse Buttons: No
Save Login Username: Yes
Transfer Rate: 1153530 bytes/second
Current Game Version: 1950.201102230015.1
Installation Directory: C:\Program Files\City of Heroes

Mod files in the Data directory
No modifications found

When your new to zone pvp, it could be good advice to build with the most popular "survivable" sets. However, for me, it is most challenging and rewarding to compete in pvp with less than attractive sets. I just like being different, along with the challenge. The incarnates do help those less attractive builds become more attractive if you can blend the sets together, but this can be done without incarnates too.

I will say this, don't just look at your own survivability, but check out what most other builds struggle against but what and how you can maximize a less attractive build to capitalize on this as well.

Dude, I roll (not as much lately) with a SD/Warmace Tank (the only one I've seen in RV) and do quite well (nd to tweak dmg a lil bit more). I revamped my Stormer with incarnates to where, it is never taken lightly anymore, but indeed is quite "disruptive". Someone mentioned their elec/elec blaster embarrassingly. I'm dusting off and retooling mine via incarnates and complimentary IO sets. Even with the incarnate end reduction boost, and people focusing on the blaster dmg, they forget that end drain is a scary thing. MAXIMIZE your builds strengths, and learn how and when to apply them.

I'm also messing around with (GASP) Duel Blades and a Titan toon (couple of them actually) for PVP. It makes it fun for me. Do the same. Take a few bruises to learn what you need to do to your builds and own from there. LOL

My PVP Toons?
Keeper of the Cosmic
Wrath of Gods
ShockHouse
????
????
????

Decided to buy the Titan Weapons set today, and figured I'd have to pay for the additional weapons pack that was free...However, I can't find it. How can I access the additional pack?

Now, for a minute after the patch update on Monday, I was playing longer, but eventually crashed. I've done all I can on my end of switching, cleaning drivers, updating and rolling back drivers, ensuring directx functionality etc, etc,etc.

Now, I'm still crashing and essentially avoiding gameplay as a result for roughly two weeks now. Curious to know if there will be a prorated/adjusted bill for your customers as a result of services not being rendered in exchange for monthly payments as agreed upon per digital signatures?

I know you guys are working on this, but this is now treading into other areas as indicated above.

Thanks

Having permission issues with the NCLaunch log, but below is the initial requested info. I will pm the log once I gain access to it.

Thanks




Microsoft Windows [Version 6.1.7601]
Copyright (c) 2009 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.

C:\Users\Greg>nslookup cohive.patcher.ncsoft.com
Server: dns-cac-lb-01.rr.com
Address: 209.18.47.61

*** dns-cac-lb-01.rr.com can't find cohive.patcher.ncsoft.com: Non-existent doma
in

C:\Users\Greg>nslookup cohlive.patcher.ncsoft.com
Server: dns-cac-lb-01.rr.com
Address: 209.18.47.61

Non-authoritative answer:
Name: a1755.g.akamai.net
Addresses: 98.27.88.9
98.27.88.81
Aliases: cohlive.patcher.ncsoft.com
cohlive.patcher.gtm.ncsoft.com
cohlive.patcher.ncsoft.com.edgesuite.net

Hello All,

I finally broke down and bought a Panacea proc, but can't seem to find data or a post to see if it's better slotted in Physical Perfection than Health?

I'd imagine I would get more out of the +Endurance, but what of the Regen. This will be predominately for PVP.

Thanks in advance

I will do that too. It will be helpful to know for both being that I have a PVE build as well.

So the question remains.

Thanks

Hello All,

I finally broke down and bought a Panacea proc, but can't seem to find data or a post to see if it's better slotted in Physical Perfection than Health?

I'd image I would get more out of the +Endurance, but what of the Regen. This will be predominately for PVP.

Thanks in advance

Um..I think we're losing the point. It's not about the mez protection, it's about basically mezzing yourself when this power activates.

Sometimes, I think responders on here are devs trying to defend gameplay flaws. That explains why there are always someone suching a bunch of "work arounds" with nerfed and non-nerfed gameplay. Stop working around and simply fix the flaws. lol

This strike as one of those "animation time" adjustments, and quite simply should have lead the way amongst others already completed.

I'm referring to the Active Defenses animation for the Shields Pwrset.
Everytime it activates it causes your toon to completely come to a halt for about 5 seconds leaving it vulnerable to anything, toon and attack. I've tried laboring through this via PVE and PVP for a while now and to be in the middle of a group, trying to hold aggro, or fighting (or even running) in PVP, and this power activates is the worst complete shutdown of a toon in this game that without doubt needs to be addressed.

I mean you can't move, fight, or again...run for that matter until the animation has ended. It's like activating a self-immobilizing power to make this more interesting.lol

So Devs, seriously, let's adjust this one. It simply makes more sense for improved gameplay with this build.

Thanks in advance

Anyone? I know it seems self explanatory, but I would like to know for certain. Pardon my ignorance

Okay, as I look at Health's 40% regen on self and Physical Perfection 20% on and plugging in build planners. It seems I would get more from slotting Regen Tissue in PP instead of Health, but it doesn't seem accurate.

Would someone put me out of my misery and simply confirm which would I get the most benefit from slotting Regen Tissue in it please?

Thanks

PLease disregard....WOW!!!...I forgot I switched builds. LOL
That's pretty sad

I am online now and slotted a power putting my hit points to 2938. However, I went inside a AE mish and noticed that I had to self heal much more often than usual. Decided to look at hit points, and It said (and still say) 2727??? WTH is up with that? That is a lot of hit points. Please assist

Im going to go into pvp zone an see what happens

I was looking at Mids and noticed the blasters hit points cap at 1606. Is this accurate?

Thanks

Hello All,

Does the Shields Defense drop when entering pvp zones?

I've noticed that my Tank's Melee/AOE/Ranged defense drops roughly 12 percentage points when out of zone, but when looking at my enhance/slotting screen the PVP/PVE data is basically the same. The PVE numbers are also reflecting in Mid's PVP totals (granted, i haven't to check if its a bug or not with MID's)

Please bring up to speed on this..thx

Thanks alot gang. What I figured, after actually thinking about it one day. :-)

My apologies if this is a duplicate question, but I can't confirm this via Red Tomax, or ParagonWiki. I tried MID's and it seems latter of what I typed below

Does the IO heal bonuses enhance inherent healing such as health, or only enhances healing powers. Such as those accessible via defenders/Trollers and Aid Self?

Thanks in advance

thanks